Overton ISD Pre-K teacher, Crystal Merritt joined a very select group today. She was recognized as one of 7 new National Board Certified Teachers (NBCT) through Region 7 ESC. She is the first OISD teacher to achieve this certification. Only 3% of teachers across the nation can claim this recognition, and currently only 0.3% in Texas. Overton ISD is so very proud of Ms. Merritt, and our staff and students are so blessed by her. Congratulations Ms. Merritt; You Inspire Us All!
Tomorrow, Friday, January 10th is a regular school day for Overton ISD. The current forecast for our area shows overnight temperatures above freezing; allowing for our regular start time. Overton ISD will continue to monitor the weather, and keep you informed of any changes.
Senior Ads for the yearbook are on sale now. If you would like an ad in the yearbook, you must reserve your spot now--and pay by the end of March. No holds. There are four sizes. Notify me at kim.rhodes@overtonisd.org.
Parents, please share this with others. I am sending an email to all seniors with additional information. Thank YOU--and stay warm!
Overton ISD is aware of the possibility of inclement weather over the next two days and we are monitoring the situation closely. Based on current information, we are planning to have normal school hours tomorrow, Thursday, January 9th.
Cheers to another wonderful year together! Wishing everyone a peaceful and prosperous New Year. May the New Year open doors to new opportunities; may it fill your life with love and laughter, and may it bring unity, understanding, and hope to all! Happy New Year!
SANTA HAT GAME - Bring your Christmas spirit and come share the excitement. Wear your Santa hat or ugly sweater, and cheer on the Mustangs and Lady Mustangs when they take on Carlisle this Friday, December 20th. Go MUSTANGS!
OISD Community - As you may have heard, the city will be doing water repairs, and we will be without water for a time. We have talked with the city, and they have agreed to hold the water cut-off until 12:30pm (after lunches). We will have school as usual tomorrow, Wed 12/4.
The Mustangs take down Mart 31-30 in a Dog fight to win the Area Championship. They're headed to Regionals, the 3rd round of the UIL 2A Division II playoffs. GO MUSTANGS!!!
***Football Playoff Ticket Information***
Tickets will be sold online only. They can be purchased before gameday or at the gate on gameday. If purchased at the gate on gameday it will still be online, NO CASH will be accepted.
#ETO
#ALLIN
https://kempisd.hometownticketing.com/embed/event/81?es=0a5qcpo4htijism097ksh3gdqk&single=0
The Mustangs move to the AREA Round of the UIL 2A Division II playoffs. They will play the Mart Panthers on Friday, Nov 22nd at Kemp's Yellow Jacket Stadium. Kick off is scheduled for 7:00pm. Be there for the exciting rematch of the 2023 Area Round, as the Mustangs look to take down the Panthers, and earn their spot in the Regional Round. Ticket prices for adults is $6, and students are $4. THSCA, District 10 & 11 and Senior Citizen passes are accepted. GO MUSTANGS! #ETO
**Another Chance to Purchase Football Playoff Shirts**
Here is the link to the online store! Please let customers know that after 11/17 these items will no longer be available to order. They will be ready for pick up 11/21. Classic Stitch has applied a required option where you have to pick if you want to pick up at the school or pick up at the store. If “No” is selected, you will have to pick up your items at Classic Stitch in Longview!
#ETO
#ALLIN
https://www.yourclassicstitch.com/shop/overton-football-playoffs/PI7YKQLFFBPBELSPUFYQYXR2
Mustangs are Bi-District champs with a huge 68-0 win over Evadale at San Augustine’s Wolf Stadium on Thursday, November 14th. The second round game will likely be next Friday Nov 22nd at the Yellow Jacket Stadium in Kemp. Stay tuned for confirmation and more details. GO MUSTANGS!
Overton ISD's Internet services are currently down. This is affecting the district's phone system in addition to general Internet access. Incoming calls may fail to connect or go directly to voicemail until service is restored.
A Playoff Bonfire Pep Rally is planned for tomorrow night, Wednesday Nov. 13th at 6:30pm. The Pep Rally will be at the Overton Lake/Park Area, between the lake and the old pool house. Come out and celebrate/support Mustangs Football - they begin the playoffs with the Bi-District Round against Evadale on Thursday night in San Augustine.! Go MUSTANGS!
Today at Overton ISD, we had a student health issue on the secondary campus. As a result, we called for ambulance services. Because it is unusual for us to have emergency vehicles at the school, we did not want parents to be alarmed. All students and staff are fine and the school day is continuing smoothly.
Overton Mustangs Football will begin the playoff season with a Bi-District game against Evadale this Thursday, November 14th at 7:00pm. The game will be played at San Augustine High School. A Bonfire pep-rally is being planned for Wed. night - Stay tuned for more details.
Mustang Sophomore, Vini Herron, preparing to run in the UIL 2A State Cross Country Meet - Start time is minutes away at 8:45am. Goooo Vini!
Reminder: No School on Tuesday, Oct 29th. Classes resume Wednesday, Oct 30th at the regular time.
Good Luck to Our Marching Mustang Band! Go Mustangs!
After a thorough investigation by SRO, Michael Gayton and other Officers with Overton PD, the precautionary lockdown (initiated at 8:10am) has been cleared. It was determined that the sound was from off campus, and there was no threat to OISD students or staff.
At approximately 8:10am, a teacher reported what sounded like possible gunfire from outside the building. OISD is on a precautionary lockdown and our SRO is investigating. Students and staff are safe; we will update when more information is available.